Iceland

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What You Need to Know About Traveling to Iceland

Iceland is a magical place and on many peoples bucket lists, so if you are travelling to Iceland, you are going to want to know what to expect.

The capital of Iceland is Reykjavik and it is where most people live. When travelling to Iceland, you will either fly into Reyjavik or nearby Keflavík. Either way, you will most likely make Reyjavik your home base.

Most Icelanders speak English, so if you are traveling to Iceland from an English speaking country, you will have no problem talking to the locals.

The currency in Iceland is called Króna or Isk. Many places in town (restaurants, bars, tourist attractions) take US dollars, Euros, Norwegian, Swedish and Danish currencies. Nearly everyone accepts credit cards, so no need to go overboard in changing out currencies when traveling to Iceland.

When dining in Iceland, tips are built into the check, so no need to leave a gratuity.

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Hi, I am Kristi West, owner and content curator for Day Trip Tips. My passion for travel has taken me on adventures around the globe and my background in education lead me to develop a site that not only showcases amazing destinations, but also gives tips on how to fully experience everything the place has to offer in a limited amount of time!